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At 74, America's Dad has quietly morphed into America's Grandpa. But the classic themes that have helped make Bill Cosby a comedy legend remain in play, as he showed at the Riverside Theater Sunday night. »Read Full Article

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I had the pleasure of seeing the Coz last time he was in town. What a trailblazer he is/was. I often say, after Martin Luther King, there is Bill Cosby. He won't be fully appreciated until after he is gone.

Last nights show was the first time I've seen Mr. Cosby 'live', and it was totally worth it. It seems rare these days to see a comedian that can make you laugh almost to the point of crying without using profane language or resorting to crude humor. Mr. Cosby got a standing ovation before and after his show... and I'd say he was worth it.

Cosby had some funny moments last night, but unfortunately it took him 2 and a half hours to get them out. It was like a record player going in perpetual slow motion. Then add the lady next to me that repeated every punch line out loud and you have one experience I hope not endure again.... Oh and one more thing, would it kill them to turn on the AC at the Riverside?

Coz is a man who never seems to age. My parents got all his albums when I was growing up in the 60s, and I saw him live at the Hilton in Vegas in the mid 70s, and of course his TV show, where he used a lot of his comic, especially when he was with his son Theo.I found even more respect for him recently, when he tried to talk to black teens about responsibility and respecting others.I thing he's a great man!

Cos was GREAT last night! Long, varied stories interrupted by other stories, anecdotes and explanations. And yet, if you listened closely, it all tied together from beginning to end. He's one of my heroes of all time from "I Spy" to the many album routines that I memorized to Fat Albert to his variety show with Mark Spitz as a guest to the Cosby Show, Jello Pudding commercials and on and on....

Was at the show last nite. Took my in-laws for their 600th anniverary. Was the first time I saw his show and it was great. He played to/with the audience, handled the cellphone nightmare, late yackers and all. His 2 1/2 hrs in slow motion was because he has an incredible ability to put his expressions (facial / body) into the show and that makes his schtick even better. I've seen a lot of comedians, and this show was one of, if not the best.